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How long after tummy tuck can I start laser bikini/Brazilian hair removal?

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tT and lipo soonNov 5, 2017

Can pulling wax off open incision? Will laser cause any damage to incision ? Pigmentation?

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Jerome Edelstein, MD

Hello,Thank you for your question. A physical exam with a plastic surgeon will allow them to determine if the muscles have separated in this area. As well, a visit to your primary care physician to discuss possibilities could be helpful.All the best 

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Carolina Restrepo, MD

Thank you for your question. The answer is yes you can, althought you may lose the results from the tummy tuck. It is recommended to wait until you're done having kids to undergo a tummy tuck procedure. Tummy tuck is a very powerful technique in the right hands, and can have dramatic results i...

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Thomas P. Sterry, MD

At two weeks post tummy tuck this is all expected, please don't worry.  The swelling in your midsection, and especially the lower abdomen makes everything look a bit worse.  Even stretch marks that will eventually become close to imperceptible are highlighted at this stage.  You look just lik...

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Ron Soltero, MD, FACS

Dear Patient: thanks for your question and I'm so sorry you're experiencing such bad pain levels.  I would contact my Board Certified Plastic Surgeon right away to rule any cause of infection in the drain site.  Hope this helps!

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Michele A. Shermak, MD

I would recommend you not use this. Arnica is an herbal that is very good. Eating pineapple also helps. I would recommend you discuss with your surgeon her/his recommendations.

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Jerome Edelstein, MD

Hello,Dry skin is common when tissue is inflamed and stretched. My patients can use whatever lotions they choose however I do advise they take care to avoid applying it near the steri strips/incision which could loosen them. Ask your plastic surgeon what they recommend for you. All the best 

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